Lamb’s Ears ‘Silver Carpet’ (Stachys byzantina)

USDA Zone: 3-9

Lamb’s-ears are one of the most popular silver-leaved perennials, used widely for edging along pathways and borders. Plants form dense clumps of soft, felty silver grey leaves. This selection rarely blooms, so plants maintain an attractive and compact appearance for the entire season. Clumps are easily divided in spring or early fall. Evergreen in mild winter regions. Drought tolerant once established.

Sun Exposure 
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade

Soil Type 
  Normal or
  Sandy 

Soil pH 
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture 
  Dry

Care Level 
  Easy 

 Flower Colour

Blooming Time

Foliage Color 
  Grey Green  
  Silver 

Plant Uses & Characteristics 
  Accent: Good Texture/Form  
  Alpine & Rock  
  Border  
  Containers  
  Deer Resistant  
  Drought Tolerant  
  Edging  
  Rabbit Resistant  
  Evergreen  
  Ground Cover  
  Massed 

Flower Head Size

Height 
   10-15 cm  
   4-6 inches

Spread 
   30-60 cm  
   12-23 inches

Foot Traffic 
   Light 

Growth Rate 
   Medium